Archived News for Education Sector Professionals - November, 2024
Premier's old work probed
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli’s former training company appears to have claimed government funds for instruction hours that were never provided.
LEGO helps med school links
LEGO bricks are being used to build bridges between midwifery and medical students.
MH system issues reported
A new report suggests Australia’s mental health care system is stretched beyond its limits.
Teen plan advancing
Legislation to ban social media access for those under 16 is expected to pass Parliament soon.
Cuts linked to international cap
The University of Wollongong (UOW) has announced job cuts due to a revenue shortfall attributed to declining international student enrolments.
Training watchdog missing risks
Australia’s VET regulator, ASQA, appears to be failing the fraud prevention test.
UN seeks nuclear update
The UN is revisiting nuclear war risks, thirty-five years and many threats after its most recent review.
UTAS buildings shift
The University of Tasmania (UTAS) has scrapped plans for a full relocation to Hobart’s CBD.
Social media age limit outlined
The Federal Government is seeking to ban under-16s from social media, and will trust tech giants to enforce it.
Social media harms queried
A new study has contested the notion that heavy social media use significantly harms mental health.
Truth to be silenced in QLD
Queensland is facing backlash as its Truth-Telling Inquiry grinds to a halt.
PM pledges HECS help
Labor is promising more free TAFE and HECS reforms in what is seen as a pre-election rally.
Health experts surveyed
A review has found Australia’s health and medical research workforce is diverse and motivated, but facing challenges.